1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 810 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (336 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203. 2004 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1950 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1950 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Peugeot | Jaguar |
| Model | 203 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2920 mm |
